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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
THEIR ESCAPE CUT OFF.
Fatal Fire in n Tenement House-HuRgar
ians burned to Death.

II
NEWARK, N. j., September IA fire
broke out early this morning in a three
story tenement house on Middlesex street.
Two persons perished in the flames and
three Others were probably fatally burned.
The building was occupied by two FAM
lies, while five Hungarians lived together
on the top floor.
The flames were first discovered on the
second floor, where VIM. Roetgers, with
his wife and child lives. The first tioor
was occupied by Daniel Wolf, wife aud five
children. VOLTS twelve-year-old daugh-
Ter was awakened by the choking sensa-
tign caused by the smoke that had invaded
her room. She awakened the other men,
btrs OF the family and gave the alarm.
In short time all the inmates of the
tenement were awakened. A scene of wild
confusion followed. The Wolfs and Roet-
gsrs fed in their night clothes to the
street.
The escape of the Hungarians was cut
Sff, The narrow stairway leading to their
apartments was in flames, and not one Of
the i've could descend. The men huddled
together and became powerless, through
fear of being burned TO death. Tne names
crept closer and closer to where they were
crouching. Finally three of them, becom-
ing desperate, jumped from the window to
the ground below. All three are probably
fatally injured. The names of two of the
unfortunates are Lucas Andreas and Lucas
jose
Each Of the three men who jumped were
badly burned, and the other two were in
cinerated. Their names are not known,
The building was wholly destroyed. Loss
$4,000. The unfortunate Hupgarians
were all employed in East Newark by
Shanly Bros, stone crushers.
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HE WAS A RASCAL.
SEQUEL TO THE ROMANTIC STORY FROM
CALDWELL. D.
The Heroine Of Sand Romance Does Not Exist and
the Alleged Hero Proves to Be 4 Book Agent
and ! FOrger-He Most PrOba-
:
bly, Committed Suicide.
speeinl rslernn b ne Rsniaer.

Special Tslegrdm b he Register.
WESTON, W. VA, September 12.-The
supposed murder of John Harris, at the
Exchange Hotel, in Caldwell, Ohio, finds
more matter of fact than romantic sequel
here, which will confirm the suspicion that
the alleged tragedy was nothing more less
than q suicide. Mr.. W. T. Wyant, 8
well-knOwn and influential citizen Of
Gilmer county, was Intercepted as to the
remarkable stony related by the Caldwell
dispatch, and positively asserts that there
was no such lady in Gilmer county as
Miss Lou Morrison. Speaking further on
the subject, he said:
about year ago there was a man in
Gilmer county giving his name as John c.
Harris, who appeared to be religiOusly in-
clined, and his business was selling Bibles
for Toledo firm, not seeking pleasure as
stated in the Caldwell dispatch. He gained
the confidence of the people. Just before
leaving the county he went into one Of
Mr.. Wyant's stores while it was crowded
with people and asked the clerk, who had
the power of attorney, to give him check
for sixty-four cents, going TO the desk and
filling out the check, taking care to leave
small space before the figures, which
he afterwards filed IN, making
the check read ninety dollars and
sixty-four cents. He went to Ciarksburg
and got the forged check cashed at one of
the banks. When DIR. Wyant discovered
the fraud he began to look the matter Up,
and through a correspondence the young
crook had with a young lady in Gilmer,
been traced to Ohio. A detective, evident
ly the one that figured in the tragedy, was
put on his track The fact appears that
Harris WAS corresponding with at least
five young ladies under an assumed name.
The mysterious lady lover is evidently a
myth and the suicide was induced by either
remorse, or that his crimes were over
taking him.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
LET COUNCIL ACT.

The Board OF County Commissioners has
appointed a committee to act in conjunc-
ton with similar committees, to be ap-
pointed by the City Council and the Cham
Der of Commerce, to take into eonsidera-
tion the interests OF the city as affected
by the recent B. 4 O. deal, and report
what, in their judgment, is necessary to
protect the interests of our people and add
to their prosperity and well-being. This
movement on the part of the Board
should be promptly seconded by Coun-
Gil. That body, at tO-nights meeting,
should appoint a good committee to
act in conjunction with the committee al
ready appointed by the Board Of COmmis-
sioners, and should also pass a resolution
asking the Chamber of Commerce to take
like action at an early date.
The interests OF the city are capable Of
considerable improvement by afOrding
new and competing lines Of railroad an
opportunity to come into the city, and the
present moment is a favorable one for in
serting an entering wedge.
Let Council appoint its branch Of the
ioint committee tonight, and the people
with one voice will applaud the action as a
move in the interests of substantial ad-
dition to Wheeling's material wealth and
prosperity.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
RIOT AT A CAMPMRRrING.
oficers Fire Into . Crowd and Shoot Tws
Negroes,

officers Fire Into Crowd and Shoot Two
Negroes.
WASHINGTON, September IA special
from Rockville, Nd, says that at the col
ored campmeeting at GAINESVILLE, near
Rockville, yesterday afternoon, Sheriff
Miller was informed that two colored men
were selling intoxicating liquors on the
grounds. He, in company with deputy,
went TO arrest them, but they resisted.
Several others standing near engaged in
the fight knocking Sheriff Miller down
and hitting Deputy MILES over the h.s,ti
several times. Mr.. Miles then drew his
revolver and fired three shots, the last
taking effect in the face of q negro named
Perry Jackson. Sheriff Miller also fired
into the crowd, the shot taking effect in
the hip Of an unknown negro.
Deputy Miles brought Perry Mcdonald
and Fenton jackson here and lodged them
in Jail. He said that it was difficult task
TO arrest them. He also stated that Jack
son was in dying condition. When he
left the grounds more trouble was expect
ed. The latest news is 10 she effect that
the negro jackson Is dead He died soon
after being shot.
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DECLARED A FICTION.
The Parents of Miss Geiger Deny the stat
ments Made by Harris.

The Parents of Miss Geiger Deny the state
ments Made by Harris.
CINCINNATI, September II "A special
from Lancaster, o., says that the parents
of Miss Geiger, who was mentioned by ].
C. Harris who was found with two pistol
halls in his forehead at hotel in Cam,
brige, Saturday morning as his taneee,
deny that any sSch relation existed,
They say that Harris 2n5 Miss Geiger
have been acquainted hut a short tiGle, bnt
admit thst the girl did see him at Cam
bridge They 3suy that Miss Morrison was
at Miss Geiger's home.
it is now thought that Harris story was
pure action, and that be attempted to take
his own life oa account of some trouble
with Miss Morrison.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Oil Msgnates Conferring.

PTTTsBURG, Pa, September IA con-
ference Of standard and independent oil
producers is being held here TO consider the
adyisability of shutting down All the wells
in the country for the purpose OF restricting
the production. Among the prominent OIL
men present ore Daniel O'Day, Of Buffalo,
Vice President of the National Transit;
II. G. Taylor, Of Buffalo, Presi-
dent Of the Union OIL yom-
pany; David Jerk, OF bradford, Robert
Borkman Of Bradford, A. II. and +. t.
Tack of philadelphia, Thomas A. Simpson
and N, +. Hilton of Oil City, w. II. Her
man of Buffalo, ]. p. Thomson of Brad
ford, Cbas. r. Forkma OF Bradford, s.. I.
Trusby of KittsnniRg, g. Il. Gilbert Of
Cleveland, f W. Bolfe Of Bradford, J. A..
Csrtlan Of Warren, and f. Oberndof OF
New York. The conference - held with
closed doors aud Al aiduigLt was still in
session. Another meeting will he held to-
morrow.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
THE SUPREME LEGION
OF the Ancient Order of United Workmen
In Session at st. Paul.

ST. PAUL, September l2-The repre-
sentatives of the Supreme Legion of the
Ancient Order of United Workmen began
their session at the Knights of Pythias
hall at 10 o'clock this morning. Repre-
sentatives were present from nearly every
State and Canada. Supreme Commander
George W. Reed, of Topeka, Kas., pre-
sented a report of some 81 pages. The re-
port of the Supreme Recorder, W.
H. Bohn, Of st. Louis, shows:
Receipts of the beneficiary fund,
1924, ,S27; general fund, $la, bal
ance in hapds of Treasurer on October /,
1885, s., 1886; total, $l44,373. Dishurse.
ments OF beneficiary fund, $l24, 900; gen
eral fund, $i6,2l7; balance in hands of
Supreme Treasurer September !, 1887 81,
145; total, Sl44,3T3 During the year the
order has been extended into Utah, Idaho,
Wyoming, Tennessee and Florida. The
80 new locations added $50 members. The
total number Of legions July, 1851, was
ATS, an increase since 1885 of 14s. The to-
tai membership July, 1887, was II, 3l7, all
increase siLce 1885 Of 3, l69.
Total number of deaths during the
term, Gl; average age of members who
died, A. Average dur ,tion of membership
year, months and 10 dBys.
The report from Chicago that the with
drawal of the $1,000 in drill prises was
not received in Il fraternal spirit, and
would he bone of contention in the
proceedings, was vigorously denied by
both officers and representatives.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Present for Mr.. CLEVELAND.

CHICAGO, September 12.-The Bobemi-
an Athletic Society, which left here six
months ago for q tour in Europe, has re-
turned. The members Of the party have
brought with them rs present for Mrs.
Cleveland a magnificent set Of garnet
jewelry consisting Of . brooch,
ear rings and chain. The
brooch is in the shape Of an eagle holding In
its claws three golden arrows, and sup
ported by two standards containing photo
graphic views Of the Prague. The cssket
containing the set Is inscribed: TO Mn.
Cleveland, with profonnd respect, from the
Bohemian excursionists 10 Prague" A
committee of txo will leave for Washing.
ton with the present on Wednesday.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
IN FAVOR OF SHARP.
Several Judges oftho Supreme Court Think
His Conviction Illegal.

His Conviction Illegal.
NEW YORK, September 12.-The Gen.
eral Term of the Supreme Court will hold
an extraordinary session tomorrow for
the purpose Of hearing argument in the ap-
peal OF Jacob Sharp from the judgment of
the lower court.
1t was stated to-day, or the best Of au-
thority, tbat Judge Potter, who granted
the atay pending appeal, is not the only
Justices of the Supreme Court who thinks
that Sharp was convicted on illegal evil
dence. A reporter was informed that
Judge Potter had in his possession letter
signed by the Supreme Court Judges
Bockes and LoudOn, of the interior of the
State, saying that they bad eSamined the
case with Judge Potter and conquered
with him in the opinion that sufficient
grounds existed for granting a stay. Judge
Potter was given permission 10 publish the
letter ia event of adverse criticism upon
his action, bnt he has not done so.
Sharp passed a comfortable night. He
slept late this morning and awoke appaf-
entity refreshed.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
The Lutherana,

GREEsEvIILE, Pa, September l2.-At
the apeaing or the afternoon session OF the
Lutheran Council the report Of the Com,
mittee on Swedish Home Missions WA
considered. II showed that much work
had been done, but need Of greater shor,
is felt now more than ever.
wu=S has also been
done 10 Oregon, Idaho, Maine, Pennsyl.
vania, Eastern Ohio. and especially in
Utah. Especial emphasis was given to the
statement that the church ought Ia put
forth greater Efforts in Utah, ~ large mum.
hers Of the Europeans who have been con,
verted 10 Morponism were once Luther.
ans, or al least from Lutheran countries.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
DIsOwNRD By THE CHURCH.
A Canadian Priest Arraigned on a Serious
Charge.

Charge.
MONTREAL, September l2-The Rev.
"Abbe" Chebert, resident of Montreal.
vas indicted before the queens Bench
saturday, on a charge of young girl. The
priest, through his counsel, pleaded that
his passions were too strong to resist temp
tatiOn.
The girls mother used to sweep out the
Abbe's house, and having been taken i'll,
she sent note to ask that her daughter
should supeFcede her in tine work. The
Able returned the note with the remark,
Better not send your daughter" but as
the mother was too Ill, the girl was sent TO
the house with the result stated.
Priest GheheFt mas al extraordinary his-
tory. He came here from France few
years ago with good credentials and was
entrusted by the Government with the
charge of their art school. He is a clever
artist and succeeded until he was charged
with aSsaulting the servant in his house.
he entered her room, and lis plea was that
he wished To get a sketch Of a 'Sleeeping
Venus" The Recorder fined him $40 and
the Government discharged him. He was
disowned by the church and disappeared
until the present time. Chebert is hand
some man, so years of age.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
We!lsburg News.

Special TEleSrdr1 10 TIE Register.
WELIsBURG, ". Va, September l2.-
Atlas Drilling Company, Pennsylvania,
are making arrangements with what is
known as the Nagle Gas Well Company to
sink their we'll to a depth Of 1900 feet
They also claim TO have secured the claim
of the Hazelwood leases, near Bethany,
and expect to commence sinking q well
withnE thirty days on the Bishop Campbell!
homestead property. Dir. Davenport, Su-
perintendent Of the company, has secured
residence in Wellshurg, and has also
rented the Curtis property near the wharf
to accommodate his men.
George Gibbon IS sinking an iBdepend-
ent gas we'll to increase the supply for
WellsburQ.
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APGARIGLE's CASE.
An Unusual Point Involved In the Extra
dition Feature.

An Unusual Point Involved In the Extra
ditiOn Feature.
WASHINGTON, September 12.-The ap-
plicatiou of the Governor of Illinois for the
extradition of McGarigle, the fugitive
Chicago ex-warden, which has been re-
ceived at the Department Of State, will be
reserved for the personal consideration OF
Secretary Bayard, when he returns TO the
city. As rule, action upon applications
10 extradition papers is purely formal, the
preiiuiaaFies to granting the request con-
sitting merely IL Cp examination OF extra
dition treaties to see if the Ofiense charged
falls within their terms. But in the pres
ent case it is understood the application is
based upon a charge of conspiracy, for
which no provision is made in the existing
treaty with Canada. Alegal point of grav-
ity is involved ia tbs application, and its
consideration may therefore GG1Epy some
time.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Marr.d by Rain.

BALTIMORE, Mp, September 12.-The
celebration of the anniversary pfthe Battle
of North Point was marred to-day by
almost continuous rain. Many people,
however, gathered ON the streets to wit
ness the parade. The procession was
composed Of the different branches Of the
Knights Of Labor and the Grand Army
Posts. On many buildings flags were dis
played. In the procession only the na-
tionsl standard was used.
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prosperity,

THE REGISTER this morning presents as
fully as its limited space will permit the
views OF prominent citizens upon the Union
Bridge proposition. Not half Of those in
terviewed yesterday on the subject are
quoted, the number being sufficient
for the present to indicate the popular feel
ing on this subject. Suffice it to say the
columns Of the REGISTER could be filled to
oTeraowing with expressions OF approval,
chat not one dissenting voice was heard,
on the contrary everybody seemed eager to
back the REGISTER in its effort to place
Wheeling's "bOOm" upon 4 sound basis.
There can be no room fOT dopbt as to
what would be the result Of popular vote
on the proposition.
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L.st Of the Ha.h,.ktons.

LOUISVILLE, September IA special
to the CozrieE>JoKrHal from 0renboro,
KY, tonight, says: W.Washington, up 10
his death, the nearest living relative oi
Gen. George Washington. asd who was the
last male representative Of the name, died
Sunday morning at his home 10 this city.
He was 81 yezrs Of age and was in many
respects a most interesting character.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
A Bad Tsess on the b. s o.

Special 7elSyuHl 10 ne HsStSe'
MARTINsBURG, September IA fr1gns-
ful accident occurred at noon to-day on
the Baltimore and Ohio railway at Sleepy
Greek, fourteen miies <est of this place.
As passenger train, drawn be engine No.
S13, was running at the rate of thirty-nve
miles per hour, the axle of the tender
broke, causing the derailment OF four
coaches and . baggage car. No one was
injured except an Odd lady, whose should
ers were considerably bruised. all tratic,
passenger and freight, was suspended dur
ing the day.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Sore Throat

Is particularly favorable to the contraction
of Diphtheria. Heed the warning and use
Darbys Prophylaetic fluid. 1t at once al
lays the Inflammation of the throat, sub
dues the pain and gives permanent relief.
II promptly and effectually destroys all
contagion an diphtheritie germs. 1t is
safeguard against Diphtheria, and should
be used on the first symptoms of sore
throat IS gArgle.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
GIVING FALSE NAMES.
A Syndicate Said To BE Gobbling Govern
gaent lands In California.


gaent Lands In California.
SAN FRANCISCO, September l2,-Since
June IL an extraordinary rush has been
made upon the local Government Land
Office for the purpose OF filing entries on
Government timber land in Mendocino
county.
Previous TO this few entries had been
made in this district, but since that date
2S7 applications have been filed, covering
an area of 40, 600 acres Of the best red wood
land in California
The Examiner has discovered that large
number of entries have been made by
sailors, laborers and others, mostly under
false names, who were hired and paid for
the purpose five dollars each. A local syn
dicate of Republican politicians, it il al
legged, have already attempted TO place the
land on the eastern market. II is worth
500 an acre.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Secretary Rarsrd,s Movements.

WASHINGTON, D. c., September "a
Secretary bayS-1 did not return to Wash
ington to-day but is expected tomorrow.
After leaving Philadelphia where he went
to attend the funeral of personal friend,
he went to Massachusetts,. Rumor has it
the object Of the trip was to confer per
sonally with ee,ta;n New England per-
sons with q view of finding snd enlisting
the services of the men who will meet the
British Fishery Commissioners to assist the
Government in the effort to settle ques-
tions arising ont OF the fishery troubles.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
CARRIED A MICRO.
A Prominent Young WomSB scopes With
Her Fathers CoSchman.


New HAVEN, CT, September l2.-Miss
Mary TuC&ar, q girl of IL, daughter OF
John s. Tucker, former state Represspts-
tive, has married John W. Hanchett, her
fathers cOlored coachman, and disappeared
with him.
Miss Tucker was allowed as much lib
erty q. aRs piheF girl living in the city,
but her parents never dre2meI Of her i2ti-
macy with Hsnchett, who persuaded heT
TO color herself with liquid prepared by
him, which made her look like negroes.
The village minister performed the cere-
mony, and the couple then fed. They are
being puFsped by the girls father and
some OF his friends. lF. Tucker threat
ems to shoot Hancbett on sight.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13

NEW YoRK, September 12.-The sehed-
ules in the assignment Of John II. sIade d
Co, dry goods commission merchants, of56
Leonard street, were fled to-day, and show
liabilities of $557, ,373, Of which S470, 900
are acceptance 4 Josiah Barber d Sons,
manufacture ,iezehmeres at Auburn, N.
Y. The noieinal assets are tl40, SAC, and
the actual assets $52S, ,963.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
He Wa. Generally Respected.

TROY, n. Y, September l2.-Charles
P. Ide, bookkeeper of the First National
Bank at Glens Falls, has confessed to the
embezzlement of SIS, 100 in the years 1880,
1881 and 1882 He was an officer of Bap-
tist Sunday school and generally respected.
No arrest has been made.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Fourteen Men swept Overheard.

GLOUCESTER, MASS, September Il
The schooner ATetnusa, of Shelburne, n.
s., arrived here this morning from the
Grand Banks. She reports that terrible
hurricane swept over the Banks On August
l6th. Crest damage was dons to the ves'
sells and many fishermen were lost Four
teen men belonging to the schooner Nance,
of Publioo, N. s., were swept overheard
and droSned,
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13

SHAMoKIN, Pa, September 12-The
miners at the collieries of the Mineral Min
iaS and Railroad Company, the Union Coal
Company, the Excelsior Coal Company and
the Garfield Coal Company, struck this
morning for a general advance.
1t is estimated that four thousand men
are Out Oh strike at Shamokin. The min
ers are thoroughly ofgAnlSed as knights
of Labor" and are prepared for long lock-
out. No concessions were offered on either
side.
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Widow Of Es-oov. Hsndrisk. Dead.

MADISON, Iud, September 12.-Mrs.
Ann P. Hendricks died at an early hour
this morning, aged 80. She was the widow
Of Ex-Governor William Hendricks, who
was secretary of the first constitutional
convention of Indiana and was elected
Governor in $50. Before his term Of Office
expired he became United States senator.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
EXTEND TO MARTINS FERRY.
Railroad msgnates Inspect the wheeling
4 h. IL n xrI.la

Railroad msgnates Inspect the wheeling
and Lake Erie and VIII Extend It
PIrIsBURe, September l2-Receiver
NJ. d. Woodford, of the Wheeling and
Lake Erie Railrosd, having in charge Gen.
Coils, Messrs. Taylor, Trowbridge and
Greenough, New York capitalists and
stockholders of the road, passed through
the city on their way back TO New York.
They had been on an Inspecting tour Of the
road, and went over the ground of the pro-
posed extension. The road now runs from
Toledo 10 Bowerston, and the extension
will be from Bowerston 10 the Ohio river.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Don't want Him.

NEW YORK, September l2.-The appli-
cation of Johann Most, the anarchist, 70
declare his intention to become q citizen
was to-day rejected by the chief clerk Of
the Superior Court. Most Said he would
APPEAL TO the courts.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13

SECRETARY BAYARD will give his per
sonal attention to the MCGARIGLE extra
dition case, the charge against the boOdler
being conspiracy, which is not numbered
among the extraditable cases.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13

THE deadly tenement got in its work in
Newark, y. j., yesterday, when two Hun
garians were burned to death and three
Others fatally injured by leaping froas win
dOws.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1887-09-13
Wants to Compare Civil service Methods

Wants 10 Compare CIViI service Methous'
WASHINGTON, D. C., September 12.--
E B. Sargent, of the English Civil Service
Commission, has written to the Civil Ser
vice Commission here stating that he in
tends 10 visit Washington, and although
coming unofficially, he would like to COM
pare our civil service methods with those
of England. He has been invited to call
uuon the commission when he reaches
WashipptOn.